Trans Atlantic cruises can be a 50/50 situation. Our TA took the Southern route down to the Caribbean and ended up in Miami. The crossing was like being in a bath tub. Out of 15 days only rough weather day out from Miami. Ship is wonderful for both new cruisers as well as the more well traveled(we being the latter).Despite large size with over 3000 passengers, the ship provided plenty of quiet spots, little if any crowds and no problems with lines.

Food in MDR was diverse and ALWAYS served hot. Great assortment of different main entrees, beef, chicken, pork, fish, pasta as well as vegetarian.Portions small but adequate with each meal at least 4 courses. We thought the wine menu was very expensive with the average bottle costing $55. In fact, all liquor prices were high with martinis being $11 each,glasses of wine at over $9, mixed drinks $9 ave. and non-domestic beers even more. Not too many specials on this sailing because the fares had been drastically lowered to fill the ship.

The ships crew was unbelievable!! From every level including the Captain who walked the ship every day and many times during the evening. Service was impeccable, not a frown on ANY face. Best trained crew I've sailed with. Specialty restaurants were awesome with many discounted packages available. Ship is a destination unto itself. Only three ports of calls in 15 days and we didn't miss a thing. Activities through the day keeping everyone busy( only 12 children on this crossing). Two Deck high reading library with more than enough books. Internet center, Apple based, not very good connections at sea and very expensive to connect.20% of my purchased minutes were wasted just longing on and off. Once cabin card is swiped, the clock starts ticking..... Read more